GNAS Senior Coach, Philip Van Buren will be running a 4-day GNAS approved Archery Leader Course at Fordell Firs National Activity Centre between Friday 4th and Monday 7th September 2009.

Fordell Firs in situated in Fife, Scotland and is easily accessible by public and private transport.

PLEASE NOTE: No Previous Archery Experience Necessary

This course is ideal for:

SDO`s, P.E. TEACHERS, TEACHING ASSISTANTS & Any Other LEA PROFESSIONALS, GUIDERS & SCOUTERS and other YOUTH WORKERS or ANYONE LINKED to the OUTDOOR EDUCATION/ADVENTUROUS ACTIVITY BUSINESS as this Course is recognised as THE Industry Standard.

It is open to persons over the age of 17 and is therefore suitable for older Explorer Scouts, Scout Network and leaders not to mention anyone who falls into the above categories.

The course is 4-days with an examination by an external assessor on the last day of the course. NGB certification will be awarded to successful candidates.

The course will cost £285 per person inclusive of the following:

a. Coaching and Tuition By Philip Van Buren
b. Examination and Certification
c. GNAS and SAA Registration Fee
c. 3-nights Full Board Accommodation

We are also offering an option with lunch/ refreshments but without accommodation - contact us for details

To book a place, a £50 deposit plus £45 GNAS/ SAA registration fee is required.

For a booking form or enquiries, please e-mail [email protected] with your header marked as "GNAS Archery Leader Course".

GNAS Course Units for Archery Community Sports Leader Award as as follows:

Unit A: General

Candidates will gain knowledge of:

1. all safety observances and rules
2. alternative range layouts with regard to public and participant safety
3. suitable rounds for beginners and juniors
4. various forms of archery
5. various incentives schemes

Unit B: Shooting

Candidates will learn how to hit the target consistently at up to 20 yards using basic Bare-Bow & Freestyle methods.

Unit C: Teaching and improving

Candidates will be able to:

1. teach basic Bare-Bow style
2. teach basic Freestyle
3. improve performance in both

Unit D: Equipment care, safety and use

Candidates shall learn how to:

1. advise on suitable equipment for activity groups and individuals
2. recommend sources of supply and be aware of costs
3. maintain equipment in good working order
4. understand the importance of equipment maintenance ref. safety and accident prevention

Formative assessment & feedback will be given throughout the course. However, ALL Units will also be examined by an external assessor on the last day of the course. NGB certification will be awarded to successful candidates.